Build and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica Whitaker

In this episode of the Build and Bloom photography podcast, I (@jessicawhitaker) am sharing how to CRUSH mini sessions this holiday season. I cover the booking process, how to make sure the photoshoot day runs smoothly, and delivery!

Free PDF Guide for Mini Sessions: https://www.jessicawhitaker.co/mini

Camera gear, tech, and lifestyle favorites: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/shop/jessicawhitaker ⁠⁠⁠

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I am taking you along for a weekend in my life as a photographer via voice memos! I live in Seattle but travel to New York 2x a year for client photoshoots. This time, I have 6 sessions lined up that you're coming along for!

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Book a photoshoot with me! ⁠⁠https://www.jessicawhitaker.co/photoshoot-packages⁠⁠

1:1 Coaching Sessions: ⁠https://www.jessicawhitaker.co/photography-mentoring⁠

DM me on Instagram (@jessicawhitaker) or send me an email (⁠[email protected]⁠) if you’re interested in learning how to use YOUTUBE for your creative business. 

Camera gear, tech, and lifestyle favorites: ⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/shop/jessicawhitaker ⁠⁠

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I went to South Korea for 10 days and only used my $400, 17-year-old zoom lens. I also brought my 50mm f/1.2, and I didn't touch it. My 24-105mm is a holy grail lens for me at this point, and it's the only one I used on my trip to Seoul and Busan, South Korea. In this solo episode, I'm also sharing 5 travel essentials for camera gear, tech, and packing and a recap of my trip to Asia!

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Lens:

24-105mm Lens (what I have): http://shrsl.com/4770c

24-105mm Newer Lens: https://shrsl.com/2tp9z 

Use JW-SHOP1 for 5% off on KEH: https://bit.ly/3CUWNdj 

iPHONE CHARGER: https://amzn.to/3ZN2yoE

TRAVEL ACCESSORIES:

Softshell Camera Pouches: https://www.amazon.com/shop/jessicawhitaker/list/3I21CFC81J80Z?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_aipsfjessicawhitaker_K45R57Y23G9Y55Z604SC

Compact backpack: https://shopstyle.it/l/b2gtI

Packing Cubes: https://shopstyle.it/l/b2gr1

Garment Bag: https://shopstyle.it/l/b2grV

Shoe Bags: https://shopstyle.it/l/b2gtp

Beis Cosmetic Case: https://shopstyle.it/l/b2grO

Packing Travel Essentials: https://widgets.shopstyle.com/?sc-widget-id=P-652486ab7b4f3d5b47492bf2

TECH Travel Essentials: https://www.amazon.com/shop/jessicawhitaker/list/PLG7HH725LSR?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_aipsfjessicawhitaker_K3R2H3H9J7155H1ERMFM

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In this Build and Bloom photography podcast episode, I (@jessicawhitaker) am joined by Summer Grace (@summergrace.photo). Summer is a photographer based out of the PNW who travels worldwide and specializes in storytelling and editorial styles on both digital and film. As well as the art of photography, she has always had a big love for entrepreneurship and helping others grow their business!

We are going to be talking about her storytelling sessions for engagement photoshoots. I’ve broken the episode into three parts: planning & prep for these photoshoots, her artistic vision, and where she finds inspiration. 

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Book a photoshoot with me! ⁠https://www.jessicawhitaker.co/photoshoot-packages⁠

Camera gear, tech, and lifestyle favorites: ⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/shop/jessicawhitaker ⁠⁠

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Introducing voice memo vlogs! This is a different style of podcast. At the beginning of the episode, I am taking you along for a week in my life as a photographer in Seattle via voice memos. Then, after the 15:22 mark, we go into a traditional episode. I’m actually breaking down all the branding photoshoots I vlogged about. I’m sharing HOW I’m pivoting my business to all-inclusive Personal Branding sessions and what that looks like. I’m also sharing mental health updates and how I’ve felt like I’ve been in a flop era the last year and the boundaries I’m setting to help me out of it.

LINKS MENTIONED:

1:1 Coaching Sessions: https://www.jessicawhitaker.co/photography-mentoring

DM me on Instagram (@jessicawhitaker) or send me an email ([email protected]) if you’re interested in learning how to use YOUTUBE for your creative business. 

Book a photoshoot with me! https://www.jessicawhitaker.co/photoshoot-packages

Camera gear, tech, and lifestyle favorites: ⁠https://www.amazon.com/shop/jessicawhitaker ⁠

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In this episode of the Build and Bloom photography podcast, I (@jessicawhitaker) am joined by Sarah Petty (@sarah.petty), who is an incredible photographer and New York Times Best-Selling Author of Worth Every Penny: Build a Business that Thrills Your Customers and Still Charge What You're Worth.

She will share with you about offering printed goods in your photography business through her “The Boutique Business Model.”

After beginning her corporate career at Coca-Cola Enterprises and working as a marketing director for a top regional advertising agency, she used her marketing chops to start one of America’s most profitable photography studios (as named by PPA).  She’s been featured in Entrepreneur, Fox Business, USA Today, and the Wall Street Journal and is an internationally known speaker.

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Sooo am I moving back to New York City? Am I STILL religious? How did I meet my boyfriend? I'm getting personal with YOU in this solo show and answering questions.

Camera backpack: https://amzn.to/3YQUPFM

Camera suitcase: https://amzn.to/3YQV2sy

Camera gear, tech, and lifestyle favorites: https://www.amazon.com/shop/jessicawhitaker

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In this episode of the Build and Bloom photography podcast, I (@jessicawhitaker) am joined by Celebrity Photographer Krissy Saleh (@krissy). This episode is a little different. The format of this episode will feel like you’re sitting at coffee with us. You’re seriously going to be in for a venerable conversation about comparison and humility.

Krissy Saleh is a celebrity photographer and content creator based in Los Angeles, CA. Primarily known as

“Krissy” online, she has created visual content for a number of globally recognized fashion brands, including

Brandy Melville, Pacsun, Aeropostale, Forever 21, and Pull & Bear.

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http://krissysaleh.com/ 

https://www.instagram.com/krissy/ 

https://www.tiktok.com/@KrissySaleh 

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Nothing is worse than feeling like you’re in a creative rut. That Google doc remains blank. The SD card, empty. That canvas propped against the wall still has wrapping on it. You haven’t edited anything new in weeks. Maybe as a photographer, your clients are ghosting you, your calendar is looking a little emptier than usual, or you haven’t been on a collaborative shoot in a while. 

Being in a creative rut is bound to happen to all of us at one point or another. While it’s frustrating in the moment, you have to remember that it’s all part of the process. 

But how do you actually beat a creative rut? Here’s a hint: You start with your mindset. In today’s episode, I’ve compiled five ways I have unconventionally become unstuck from a creative rut. I know it seems hopeless right now, but follow these pieces of advice and you’ll be out there taking photos, painting, writing, or organizing your next creative project before you know it.

Click here to read this podcast as a blog format: https://www.jessicawhitaker.co/blog/stay-inspired-in-photography

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What is SEO & How To Use It For Photography Websites with Cat DeLine

In this episode of the Build and Bloom photography podcast, I (@jessicawhitaker) am joined by SEO expert Cat DeLine (@cat.deline). She is going to teach you to use SEO in your photography business. SEO stands for Search Engine Optimization. In short, SEO is how your website is ranked in Google. Cat teaches this kind of boring topic in a simple way and will give you a few plug-and-play action steps you can do this weekend. In this episode, you’ll learn…

What can SEO do for a business?

Three items someone can do today to improve their SEO

What is SEO, really? Isn't it just a bunch of keywords?

How to you approach SEO differently?

How to blog

Do you have to blog? 

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PDF Download, the 3 SEO Sins:  https://catdeline.ck.page/33aee1b0ea

Blog Tool: https://www.jessicawhitaker.co/photography-blog-tool 

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